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Read Variance and CUP June 28, 2004 Page 5 (5) The use is consistent with the purposes of the Zoning Code and the purposes of the zoning district in which the applicant intends to locate the proposed use. The Planning Commission and City Council encourage residents to make improvements to their properties. One such common improvement is to expand garage space to accommodate the needs of today’s multi-vehicle families. With the exception of the maximum width requirement, this proposal is consistent with all zoning requirements and the purpose of the R-1, Single Family zoning district. (6) The use is not in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan of the City. The proposed conditional use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. (7) The use will not cause traffic hazards or congestion. There will be no added traffic or congestion resulting from the proposed garage. (8) Adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and necessary facilities have been or will be provided. All utilities and infrastructure have already been provided. No additional utilities are needed. Adverse Effects The Planning Commission reviewed and addressed any potential adverse effects which include, but are not limited to, relationship with the Comprehensive Plan, geographical area involved, potential depreciation, the character of the surrounding area and the demonstrated need for such a use. Relationship with the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan encourages the development and maintenance of residential areas so as to improve the quality, appearance and attractiveness of housing units and residential property in general. 2208 Lois Drive is designated as low-density residential and the proposed garage expansion would not be inconsistent with the Comp Plan. The Geographical Area Involved. The applicant’s home is located on Lois Drive, right before a cul-de-sac. The lots in the area are larger than the City’s minimum lot requirements. The applicant’s property is located next to Judicial Ditch #1. Because the property is within 100 feet of a Judicial Ditch, the applicant must seek Rice Creek’s approval for the addition. The applicant is currently in the process of doing so.